In this edition of the After8 Update, learn about a young person in our community who experienced housing instability and what you can do to make a difference for homeless students in Dallas.
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Student Spotlight: Mitchell's Story
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"A recent high school graduate, Mitchell had hoped to be preparing for college, not worrying about where he would lay his head at night. It was fall 2019, and after a pretty serious argument with his father, the two had reached an impasse." Learn more about
the story of a young man experiencing housing instability
and his experience connecting to the Fannie C. Harris Youth Center.
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AT&T Professionals Share Stories During Mentoring Program for Dallas ISD Students
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During this month's mentoring session at Woodrow Wilson High School, participants heard from three AT&T employees about their career paths. Each speaker had vastly different experiences, and encouraged students to dream, persist, and plan.
This mentoring program
is possible through a partnership between AT&T, After8toEducate, DECA, and Dallas ISD.
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Save the Date: Give Back Tuesday with Lily Rain
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On Tuesday, March 3, Lily Rain is giving back to the community and supporting Dallas youth. The boutique, located at the Preston Royal shopping center, is contributing 15% of sales all day next Tuesday to After8toEducate. Stop by and shop with a purpose! Join us and show your support for Dallas students experiencing housing instability.
Click here for directions
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Video Features Center Updates and Progress
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With the help of local high school student Silas Hartman, After8 has released a new video highlighting renovations and exciting developments at the Fannie C. Harris Youth Center.
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Get Involved: Volunteer with After8
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If you would like to get involved in our efforts to give unsheltered students safety and support, please
click here
to complete the volunteer interest form. To register for an upcoming garden workday,
click here
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Our Administrative Offices Have Moved!
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Please contact us at the address and phone number below:
2904 Floyd Street, Suite B, Dallas, TX 75204
Phone: (214) 442-1613
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Local Family Contributes to Collaborative Solution for Homeless Students
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Sam and Cindi Swanson
have sponsored a bedroom in the residential services wing at the Fannie C. Harris Youth Center. We are grateful to Sam and Cindi for their support, which will positively impact unsheltered students in Dallas for years to come. There are still single and double occupancy room sponsorships available, contact Billy Lane at [email protected] for more information.
Another way to make a difference for homeless youth is by participating in a special naming opportunity at the Fannie C. Harris Youth Center. We invite you to contribute to this one-of-a-kind center that will give unsheltered high school students ages 14-21 safety, stability, and shelter.
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New Way to Give:
Text-to-Donate
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Giving is now even easier with our new text-to-donate option! No matter the amount, your contribution will impact the lives of homeless Dallas ISD students in a big way.
Text "After8" to 44-321 today!
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Students Rally Donations for Youth Center
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A group of high school students from New Tech High mobilized a fundraiser resulting in over 75 items donated to the food pantry at the drop-in center. The group also raised funds, sponsoring two washers and dryers for the residential services wing. There are still several washer & dryer sponsorship opportunities remaining, for more information, contact [email protected].
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Local and International Performers Shine Bright at Afro-Mexican Celebration
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On February 6, the Afro-Mexican Celebration took place at the Meyerson Symphony Center. Guests experienced the rich culture and history of the Costa Chica area of Mexico. "Understanding the history and culture of others helps us appreciate our own," said Jorge Baldor. We appreciate Mercado 369 for bringing this vibrant event to Dallas and supporting After8toEducate!
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After8toEducate ("After8") is a first-of-its-kind, collaborative effort to support unsheltered youth enrolled in Dallas Independent School District high schools and provide immediate support services for homeless young adults ages 14-21. Powered through Social Venture Partners Dallas, After8 harnesses the strengths of Dallas ISD and nonprofit agencies Promise House and CitySquare.
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